Design + Make a Murphy Bar
What is the planned budget?
Cost of materials
cost of similar products
client / user needs
what do we need to store?
where will it be located?
does it need to be mobile?
existing products
showcase different products and see which client likes the most
what does the client like most about these products
appearance and aesthetics
what wood types the client likes the most
different finishes the client likes the most
different accent materials
size foorprint
how much space am I able to work with?
availability of space
wall/ floor space?
function
what do you aim for the product to do?
storage/ organiser
social aspect? (used to help client host parties)
safety
does the client have any young children?
have safety bumpers on to prevent injury
mechanisms?
electronics
lighting for product?
ergonomic
is the client willing to spend the same price as the product is listed to?
different measurements of the client
Shoulder Breadth
Hip Breadth, Sitting
Arm Reach Forward
Sitting Height
Sitting Eye Height
sustainability
materials
location of product
inside / outside
different finishes